Vietnam’s participation in the UN peace-keeping missions since last June
demonstrates the country’s serious and long-term commitment to
contribute more to the maintenance of international peace and security.
Ambassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, Permanent
Representative of Vietnam to the UN made the remarks at the fourth
committee of the 69th session of the General Assembly on “Comprehensive
review of the whole question of peacekeeping operations in all their
aspects”.
The diplomat said the success of UN
peacekeeping operations requires strict adherence to the purposes and
principles of the UN Charter and universally recognised guidelines,
including respect for national sovereignty and territorial integrity,
and non-interference.
She suggested employing
peaceful means to address disputes and conflicts in a sustainable and
comprehensive manner as well as ensuring safety and security for
peacekeepers.
She assured that Vietnam looks
forward to working with other troop-contributing countries, the UN and
other partners in a bid to ensure strong, effective UN peacekeeping
missions, and contribute to durable peace around the world.-VNA